Ireland Castle Tours

Authentic Ireland has a range of Ireland Castle Tours for you to choose from that range from luxury castle tours with a more romantic feel to more historic explorations of Irish castles. There are a number of options from which to choose so it all comes down to what you’re looking for in your Ireland Vacation. You haven’t truly experienced Ireland without witnessing the magnificent architecture of an Irish castle.

Castles are mysterious and often romantic structures rich with history. The first Irish castles originated in the 12th century as mighty fortresses built by the Normans. After the Norman decline, Gaelic Chieftains took over building castles all over Ireland and these are many of the castles still standing today, some which have become hotels or tourist attractions.

Blarney Castle is one of the most well-known castles in Ireland. Millions of people from all over the world have visited this destination to kiss the Blarney stone and be forever blessed with the gift of eloquence and persuasiveness (or so they say). Authentic Ireland’s Grand Castles & Manors tour includes a Blarney Castle stop as well as other celebrated Irish destinations like Bunratty Castle, Ashford Castle and the majestic Cliffs of Moher.

Castles in the Mist VacationStay at two different Irish castles! Our Castles in the Mist package includes two nights at Abbeyglen Castle & one night at Ballyseede Castle. A ...

If you’re looking for a little city in your Ireland Castle Tour, then consider the 5 Star Irish Elegance Tour which includes two nights in Ireland’s Capital of Dublin with a 2-day double decker bus tour as well as two nights in both an elegant castle and a luxurious manor and spa.

The Castle Hideaway tour features dramatic seaside cliff views, three nights at a secluded, romantic haven and 3 nights in a fairytale castle! One stop along this idyllic Irish Castle Tour is Trim Castle, an ancient Norman castle that was a location in the Academy Award winning film, Braveheart.

Fall into the relaxation of another era with Authentic Ireland’s unique selection of Ireland Castle Tours. Stay in castles, manor houses, and country estates. In the evenings, retire to the grand surroundings of a castle or stately manor, relax in front of a roaring fire and prepare to be treated like royalty. Any of our listed tours can be made longer or shorter to fit your needs, and can begin on any date of your choosing. So what are you waiting for? Click on Get Quote Now to reach out to one of our travel specialists.